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Shilajit (mumijo): what is behind the dark resin from the mountains
Black, sticky and centuries old: shilajit is one of the most unusual natural products in our range.
The dark resin seeps out of rock crevices high in the mountains, in the Himalayas, the Altai or the Caucasus. In Russia and Central Asia it is called mumijo, and in Ayurveda it has a long tradition as shilajit. Today most people know it as a capsule containing an extract that is set to a fixed content of fulvic acid.
Here you can read how shilajit forms, what it contains, how resin and capsules differ and what to look for when you buy it. You will also find the values of every supplement at a glance.
Symbolic image: AI-generated
How shilajit forms: from the rock to the capsule
Shilajit is neither a plant nor a stone but something in between. Over a very long time, plant matter and minerals break down inside the rock. The result is a dark, resin-like substance that seeps out of cracks and crevices, mainly in the warmer months. Before it goes into a capsule, it is purified and processed into an extract.
50 %
fulvic acid in the extract, a typical standard
12 %
humic acid in the extract
2
capsules a day for every extract here
500 to 1,200 mg
extract per daily dose
Good to know: Shilajit is a natural product. Its colour, smell and texture can vary from batch to batch. With extracts, setting a fixed content ensures that every capsule provides the same amount of fulvic acid.
What it contains: fulvic acid, humic acid and minerals
Most of a shilajit extract consists of so-called humic substances. They form wherever plant material slowly breaks down, including in the humus of your garden soil. Here is what the terms on the label mean.
Fulvic acid
small, water-soluble humic substance
The main component that extracts are usually standardised to. In every capsule in our comparison it makes up half of the extract.
Humic acid
larger humic substance
The second component listed. Manufacturers state around 12 % of the extract, which is roughly 60 to 144 mg per daily dose.
Minerals and trace elements
naturally present, not declared
Shilajit naturally contains minerals from the rock. The amounts vary and are not stated on any of our labels. If you are looking for magnesium or zinc, a dedicated supplement is the better choice.
Our view: Shilajit has a long history in Ayurveda and in the traditions of Central Asia, and many people take it out of conviction. So here you will find origin, content and amounts, so that you can make a good decision yourself.
Resin, powder or capsule: which form suits you?
Resin
The original form, usually in a jar with a small spatula. A pea-sized amount is dissolved in warm water or tea. The taste is strong and smoky, and the amount varies from portion to portion.
Powder
Dried extract for stirring into drinks. It is easier to measure than resin but tastes just as intense.
Capsule
The extract in a plant-based capsule shell. Always the same amount, no weighing, no taste. That is why we only stock shilajit as capsules.
Shilajit extracts compared: which supplement suits you?
All four supplements contain purified shilajit extract in capsules, and the daily dose is 2 capsules for each of them. They differ mainly in the amount per day and in pack size. The boxes show the values per daily dose, sorted by the amount of extract.
Amounts as stated by the manufacturer, each per daily dose of 2 capsules. With anatis you take one capsule twice a day, with the others both capsules at once.
Three myths about shilajit
Myth 1
“Shilajit is a plant extract.”
Fact: Shilajit does come from plant remains, but over a long time inside the rock it has become something of its own. It is collected from the rock, not harvested from a plant.
Myth 2
“Real shilajit only comes as resin.”
Fact: Resin and capsules come from the same raw material. The difference lies in the processing: an extract in capsules is set to a fixed content and can be measured precisely.
Myth 3
“More is better.”
Fact: Manufacturers state a fixed daily amount, and more is not intended. Stick to the amount on the pack, which is 2 capsules a day for our supplements.
Good to know when buying and taking it
✓
Only buy it purified
Raw, unpurified shilajit can contain heavy metals and other impurities from the rock and is not meant to be eaten. Look for a purified extract from a supplier who discloses its origin.
✓
Check the content
A good extract states fulvic acid and humic acid in mg per daily dose. That lets you compare supplements fairly, even when the capsule sizes differ.
✓
Check medication first
If you take medication regularly, check before adding shilajit and do not combine it in secret. Pregnant or breastfeeding women and children are better off avoiding it, as there is no experience for them.
✓
Link it to your daily routine
Most manufacturers recommend 2 capsules a day with plenty of liquid, Robert Franz with a meal, Life Light 30 minutes before. If you keep the jar next to your coffee cup, you are less likely to forget it.
Yes. Shilajit is the name used in Ayurveda, mumijo the name used in Russia and Central Asia. Labels sometimes also show the Latin name Asphaltum punjabianum.
How do I recognise a good shilajit extract?+
By a purified extract, clear details of fulvic acid and humic acid in mg per daily dose and a supplier who states the origin. All four supplements on this page give these values.
How do I take shilajit capsules?+
For every supplement on this page it is 2 capsules a day with plenty of liquid. Robert Franz recommends taking them with a meal, Life Light 30 minutes before, and with anatis you split them into one capsule twice a day. The exact instructions are on each product page.
What does “10:1 extract” mean?+
10 parts of raw material were processed for 1 part of extract. With Robert Franz, the 1,000 mg of extract per daily dose therefore equal 10,000 mg of shilajit.
Are the capsules vegan?+
Yes, all four supplements are labelled vegan and have a plant-based capsule shell made of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. The details are on each product page.
Can I get advice before buying?+
Yes, we are happy to help if you need us. Write to office@viterna.at or use our contact form.
In short
Shilajit is a natural product from the high mountains with a long tradition. If you would like to try it, choose a purified extract with a clearly stated content and stick to the recommended amount.
TO TAKE AWAY
Shilajit and mumijo are the same resin from the mountains.
Extracts are usually set to 50 % fulvic acid.
Only buy purified extract and compare the content in mg.
Stick to the recommended amount: 2 capsules a day.
Note: There are no authorised health claims under Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 for shilajit (mumijo), fulvic acid or humic acid. Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Keep out of the reach of young children.
